Instead of playing 90 minutes to build his lead in the World Cup Golden Boot race, Lionel Messi sacrificed his playing time for younger teammates. Argentina’s final Group J game against Jordan was a dead rubber clash,

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win vs. Algeria. Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes, and Dax McCarty discuss the amazing performance and ask if France cemented their status as favorites to win the World Cup after a 3-1 win over Senegal.

Argentina survived one of the most dramatic FIFA men's World Cup knockout-round games in recent memory.

On the night leading into Sunday, the final group matches took place! Austria quite literally saved themselves in the very last second. But see for yourself: Despite coming on as a substitute, Messi

Despite fielding a rotated lineup, Argentina displayed its roster depth, with Giovani Lo Celso and Lautaro Martínez both finding the back of the net before the 30-minute mark. Lionel Messi subbed into the match at the hour mark and scored 20 minutes later to become the first player to score in seven straight World Cup matches.

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Messi's life away from the field is also drawing attention, including his sprawling property portfolio of luxury homes.